Funky Sand City has fun with its art in festival

Published 2:59 pm, Thursday, August 6, 2015

The streets of bohemian Sand City are filled with the works of its resident artists, as well as music and motley performers, during the West End Celebration.

The streets of bohemian Sand City are filled with the works of its resident artists, as well as music and motley performers, during the West End Celebration.

Photo: Chris Cain

Funky Sand City has fun with its art in festival

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Under-the-radar Sand City on the Monterey Peninsula is home to the West End Celebration, showcasing the talents of the cadre of artists who live and work in the funky, iconoclastic community. The 14-year-old festival fills streets with visual and performing arts and music meant to teach, inspire and agitate. More than a dozen resident artists will host visitors in their studios as well as mounting pop-up exhibits throughout the streets. Proceeds from a wine-tasting pavilion and a Friday night kick-off party starring blues guitarist Chris Cain (pictured at right) will raise funds for local youth-oriented nonprofits.

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